Job Description

Requisition ID:

69454

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As theonly major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

This role in summary

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Whirlpool is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the role for

Forecast and Deployment Analyst (

Analyst, Supply & Logistics)

. This role will be located onsite at our facility in Canada.

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The Forecast and Deployment Analyst leads the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, owning the development and maintenance of sales forecasts, and driving cross-functional alignment on deployment and execution strategies. This role strategically manages inventory levels, proactively identifies supply chain risks, and provides leadership in demand-side input for S&OP, ensuring optimal supply-demand alignment.

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Your responsibilities will include

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Own and lead the development and maintenance of a robust sales forecast (SKU/Week/Location) to drive predictability and accuracy. Provide leadership and direction to the Sales organization, acting as the primary subject matter expert for the Channel forecasting process. Drive collaborative efforts with Sales and Trade Marketing to establish a comprehensive understanding of all events/promo activities within major Channels/Trade Partners that influence the demand signal. Drive the management of all product transitions and launches from a forecasting and integrated supply chain coordination perspective. Strategically manage inventory levels, autonomously driving adjustments to the forecast and deployment plans to optimize inventory holding costs and minimize stockouts. Establish and lead the development and presentation of executive-level reports on forecast accuracy, deployment efficiency, and other strategic metrics. Direct collaboration with the production planning team to ensure the forecast and deployment plans are strategically aligned with production capacity and long-range planning. Lead the demand side input for the S&OP process, acting as the primary subject matter expert responsible for setting the consensus forecast. Drive and lead special projects as required. Using Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, formulas)

Minimum requirements

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Bachelor's Degree 2+ years of experience in supply chain, demand planning or forecasting

Preferred skills and experiences

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Technical Proficiency - Knowledge of SAP Attention to Detail - Demonstrates high accuracy in data analysis, reporting, and system inputs to ensure the integrity of the strategic planning process Analytical Thinking - Exceptional ability to synthesize complex forecast data, derive strategic insights, and independently set a course of action to ensure optimal supply-demand alignment. Problem Solving - Proactively owns the identification of complex supply chain risks and establishes robust mitigation strategies to prevent service or inventory disruptions Communication Skills - Acts as the primary communication leader, clearly articulating strategic insights and decisions to executive and cross-functional teams, driving consensus. Accountability - Takes full ownership of tasks with a strong sense of responsibility and urgency, especially during time-sensitive, high-impact projects Adaptability - Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with shifting strategic priorities and evolving processes


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What we offer

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Permanent Employees enjoy leading edge benefit programs that allows for choice and flexibility to meet the needs of our diverse workforce. Whirlpool offers a unique opportunity to become your best through cross-functional involvement, challenging work, coaching and feedback, recognition, best-in-class total rewards, and personal growth and career development.

Flexible Benefits (including Healthcare Expense and Wellness accounts, Income Protection - LTD, AD&D, Life Insurance)

Parental Top Up Plan

Family Building Support Benefit

Whirlpool Additional Designated Holidays (2 extra company paid holidays)

Employee Assistance Program

Retiree benefits, Savings Plans, Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Employee Discount

Eligible for annual bonus

Additional information

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Whirlpool's Ways of Working

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what's important at work and at home, including:

Always On Flexibility

- You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.

Two-Week Work from Anywhere

- Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.

Sabbatical

- Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.
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